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Esquipulas, Nicaragua
Matagalpa Department · Nicaragua
Esquipulas is a small town in Matagalpa Department, Nicaragua with a population of 0. Elevation: 1,713 ft (522 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Esquipulas
Esquipulas, officially Municipality of Esquipulas, whose original name was Yzquipulas, is a town, with a population of 18,667, and a municipality located in the department of Chiquimula, in eastern Guatemala. Esquipulas' main attraction is the beautiful Black Christ located in the Basilica of Esquipulas, making the town an important place of Catholic pilgrimage for Central America. It is also one of the most important towns of the country and one that has had the most economic and cultural growth.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,713 ft (522 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.6645°, -85.7873° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Matagalpa Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.9 inches (1,572 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Esquipulas
Esquipulas is a small town in Nicaragua (Matagalpa Department) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 1,713 feet (522 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.9 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.2°F |
| 37% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,713 ft (522 m) |
| Area | 163.5 sq mi (423.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.6645°N, 85.7873°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lajas, Las (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 41 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 76 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 84 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 86 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 86 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 87 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 100 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 101 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 114 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 127 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in |
Esquipulas has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 71°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 62.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.3") and March the driest (0.7").
Schools in Esquipulas
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
| Castillo arriba | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto nacional pablo antonio cuadra | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Esquipulas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock FM 105.5 | classic rock, death metal | MP3 256 kbps |
Libraries in Esquipulas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 |
Airports Near Esquipulas
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Aeroservicios ALA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Montes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Coyol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalonal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jinotega | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cumplida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Huete (Panchito) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Esquipulas
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglecia catolica |
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What is the weather like in Esquipulas?
Esquipulas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.9 inches.